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Washington Shoe Company Recalls Western Chief Toddler Boots Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

  • Recalled Western Chief “Abstract Camo”, “Alia Silver”, and “Sweetheart Navy” Light-Up Rain Boots
  • Recalled Rain Boots’ Handle with Rivets
Name of Product:
Western Chief toddler light-up rain boots
Hazard:

Rivets used to attach the handles to the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.

Remedy:
Refund
Recall Date:
December 09, 2020
Units:

About 77,400

Consumer Contact

Washington Shoe Company toll-free at 1-800-925-7463 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@westernchief.com, or online at https://www.washingtonshoe.com/recall for more information.

Recall Details

Description:

This recall includes the Western Chief “Abstract Camo,” “Alia Silver,” and “Sweetheart Navy” Light-Up Rain Boots in sizes 5-12 for toddlers or children.  The recalled boots are camouflage, silver glitter, and navy with hearts; include boot handles; and have a light up feature in the heel of the boot.  The rivets used to attach the handles are silver-gray in color.  “Western Chief” and the model numbers are located on the inside tag of the boot.  The recalled model numbers are T24121725P, T24121728P, and T24121729P.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled boots, take the boots away from children, and return them to any Target Store for a full refund. ​​​​

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received 115 reports of the boot handles and rivets detaching and 2 reports of children placing the rivets in their mouths.  No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:
Exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from May 2020 through October 2020 for about $25.
Manufacturer(s):
Washington Shoe Company, of Kent, Wash.
Importer(s):

Target Corp., of Minneapolis, Minn.

Manufactured In:
China
Recall number:
21-048
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